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In Hindu tantric tradition, a yantra is an abstract geometrical composition, whose purpose is to facilitate meditation. A yantra provides a focal point for the wandering mind, allowing a gradual detachment from the transient aspects of life. Rooted in a similar philosophical ground, Odissi, equally embodies primordial geometries, the square in the basic cauka stance, and the triangle in the basic tribhanga stance, while the supple torso and arms create circular patterns around the body. As a yantra, the dancing body becomes in Odissi a tool to focus the mind, facilitating active meditation and spiritual fulfilment.

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This evening performance presents both classical and contemporary Odissi choreography. Monica Singh will showcase the intricacies of the traditional repertoire, through an abstract and a devotional piece, while UK-based dancers Kali Chandrasegaram and Katie Ryan, alongside singer Ranjana Ghatak will present some of their own original Odissi based choreographies. Visual artist Sarah Lawton will exhibits her Odissi-inspired drawings, prints and textiles. A unique opportunity to witness the development of Odissi from more traditional to more innovative and personal takes.

This event is part of ODiSSi Odissi dance summer school (14-20 July) More Infos

Artist Bio

Monica is a senior disciple of guru Madhavi Mudgal. Trained in dance since very young age, Monica has performed and taught worldwide. She was awarded the Sahitya Kala Parishad scholarship.

Katie Ryan is a freelance dance artist specialising in Odissi. A graduate of London Contemporary Dance School, she has trained in the UK under Guru Shankar Behera and Madhavi Mudgal. A founding member of Odissi Ensemble, Katie pursues opportunities to perform, choreograph and teach alongside her career in physiotherapy.

Kali Chandrasegaram is a multidiscipline, experimental dancer and choreographer, working across genres from classical to contemporary, crossdressing and cabaret. Originally from Malaysia, Kali is a key artist in the UK Contemporary South Asian dance scene trained in Bharata Natyam, Odissi, Kathak and Western Contemporary dance genres: Graham, Cunnigham and Humphrey; and uses these styles as springboards to venture into greater possibilities.

Sarah Lawton will present a small exhibition of drawings on Odissi. Her artistic practice is driven through collaboration. Her work is connected through the margins of gestures and she regularly draws Odissi dance practice. Her drawings are oft en developed into repeat textile works which bring together her innate fascination with interdependent craft communities and Odissi dance traditions.